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/nɒn kəˈmjuːnikəbəl pæθədʒən/ · non.ku.mi.ca.ble.path.o.gen
noun
  1. A disease-causing agent that cannot be transmitted from one person to another. The non-communicable pathogen responsible for cancer is still not fully understood.
  2. A microorganism that cannot be spread through direct contact or airborne transmission. The non-communicable pathogen causing tuberculosis is typically spread through the air when an infected person coughs.
Did you know? The term 'non-communicable pathogen' highlights the distinction between diseases caused by external agents and those resulting from internal factors, such as genetics or lifestyle choices.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 28, 2026